GRE Word List
PHYSIOGNOMY
the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wrath | strong vengeful anger or indignation |
| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
| decrepitude | the quality or state of being decrepit |
| glimmer | to shine faintly or unsteadily |
| anneal | to heat and then cool (a material, such as steel or glass) usually for softening and making less brittle |
| outmoded | not being in style |
| optician | a maker of or dealer in optical items and instruments |
| oaf | a stupid person : boob |
| cogitate | to ponder or meditate on usually intently |
| outfit | the act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition) |